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downstream business cost reduction opportunities in downstream processes such as production and services. As companies keep accumulating design data, the reuse of this digital asset becomes a promising area to seek for more opportunities for achieving business excellence. Outsourcing support: While manufacturers enjoy the cost benefit of outsourced production, they also face the drawbacks such as delivery time, quality control, and collaboration between product development and production due to the elongated value chain. The

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